The cheapest and fastest trains from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sesto San Giovanni for Bologna on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€23 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:03 AM Sesto San Giovanni | 3h07 | 1:10 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:52 PM Sesto San Giovanni | 3h18 | 8:10 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna
Trains from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 23:06 |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenord from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna trainsRegionale, Trenord trains will get you between Sesto San Giovanni and Bologna from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sesto San Giovanni to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Viale Italia.
- Ristorante Pizzeria San Giovanni
- Osteria del Riccio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Best Western Falck Village Hotel
- Grand Hotel Barone Di Sassj
- Hotel St. John
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and suburban lines
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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